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CPR Chest Compression Depth: Adult vs. Pediatric Guidelines
Per AHA 2020 Guidelines:
- Adults: ≥5 cm (2 inches); avoid >6 cm (2.4 inches)
- Children (1 yr - puberty): ≥5 cm (2 inches) or ⅓ AP chest diameter
- Infants (<1 yr): ≥4 cm (1.5 inches) or ⅓ AP chest diameter
Rate: 100-120/min for all ages. Allow full recoil. Minimize interruptions.
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